The tempter doesn't come to tempt you looking like a black fiend, having a tail, two horns and with a fork in his hand. If he does that, people will easily identify him and run away from him. But the tempter often comes like a friend, with a smile, and with mouthwatering offers. Don't be ignorant of the devices of Satan.
My heart bleeds for today's young ministers who want to catch up with their spiritual fathers by all means. Don't be like a maize plant that grows rapidly but doesn't survive the next season. Rather, be like a palm tree that takes time to deepen its roots and can live for decades. Hide and allow God to announce you. Self publicity is destructive.
Much love from your brother.
Pharaoh gave to Joseph the highest authority in the Egyptian empire - his royal ring - to rule over Egypt and the whole world. Jesus Christ has given us the highest authority in heaven, earth, and under the earth - His Name. With the Name of Jesus Christ, we shall rule and reign over every force in the universe. Please don't forget to always TAKE THE NAME OF JESUS WITH YOU.
After Pharaoh promoted Joseph and empowered him with his royal ring and robe, it still looked like a dream to Joseph until Pharaoh told Joseph, "SEE (or "Wake up"), I HAVE SET YOU (not "will set you") OVER ALL THE LAND OF EGYPT."
After God created Adam and empowered him to rule over the universe, God said to Adam, "BEHOLD, (SEE) I HAVE GIVEN YOU (not "I will give you")...
When Jesus Christ was on earth, He also said to His disciples, "BEHOLD (SEE), I GIVE UNTO YOU POWER."
Beloved, your spiritual sight stands between you and the full exercise of your authority in Christ. Until you see what God has already given you, you'll keep praying to get what you already have, thereby crippling your faith. SEE in Jesus' Name! Amen.